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Microwave Corn on the Cob

Quick and easy method to prepare sweet corn on the cob in the microwave, perfect for a summer side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 123
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Corn
  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob Husked and cleaned
Butter
  • 4 tablespoons butter Melted, for serving
Salt
  • to taste salt For seasoning

Method
 

Cooking Corn
  1. Place the husked corn in a microwave-safe dish and add a few tablespoons of water.
  2. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam.
  3. Microwave on high for 4-5 minutes, depending on the wattage of your microwave.
  4. Carefully remove the dish from the microwave (it will be hot) and let it sit for a minute.
  5. Remove the plastic wrap, and serve the corn with melted butter and salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 12mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh corn that is in season. Adjust cooking time based on the number of ears and microwave wattage.

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